Acid Green 50
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acid Green 50 is classed chemically as a triphenylmethane color. It conforms to the formula. To identify the colorant allowed for use in the European Union (EU), the INCI Name CI 44090 must be used, except for hair dye products.
What does it do?
Acid Green 50 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Acid Green 50 is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acid Green 50?
Acid Green 50 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acid Green 50 is classed chemically as a triphenylmethane color. It conforms to the formula. To identify the colorant allowed for use in the European Union (EU), the INCI Name CI 44090 must be used, except for hair dye products.
Is Acid Green 50 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acid Green 50 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acid Green 50 do in cosmetic products?
Acid Green 50 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant.
What is the CAS number of Acid Green 50?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acid Green 50 is 3087-16-9.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 22/08/2024